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Date: 2026-02-05 03:32:38+00:00UTC

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The Jerusalem Post: US charges Elias Rodriguez with terrorism in Washington killing of two Israeli diplomats last May

Elias Rodriguez killed Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, 26, who both worked for Israel's Embassy in Washington, in May 2025.

The Straits Times: Promising green solutions lying dormant in labs to get $40 million push to market

A $30 million Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence for the Built Environment was also announced.

BBC News: MPs back plan to release Mandelson files after Labour anger forces climbdown

The PM is forced to back down over a plan to withhold some documents about the ex-minister's appointment as US ambassador.

The Jerusalem Post: After mediators sway US, Iran's Araghchi says nuclear talks set for Friday in Oman

Arab mediators convinced the US to drop the demand that talks with Iran on Friday go beyond nuclear discussions. Nevertheless, the American position on the matter is unchanged, and gaps remain.

The Straits Times: She became a plumber; he chose the woodworking life. What drew them to blue-collar work?

We speak to two millennials who have chosen not to follow the conventional path.

BBC News: Email appears to confirm Andrew and Virginia Giuffre photo is real

The former prince has previously questioned whether the picture had been doctored and claimed he had never met Giuffre.

The Jerusalem Post: Australia charges teenager over alleged death threats to Herzog

A 19-year-old Australian was charged over alleged online death threats against President Isaac Herzog ahead of the Israeli leader’s upcoming visit to Australia.

The Straits Times: FairPrice shoppers to get $8 voucher for every $100 spent from Feb 5 to 16

The vouchers can be redeemed with no minimum spend from the day after it is received until March 3.

BBC News: US must be prudent when supplying arms to Taiwan, Xi tells Trump

Wednesday's call comes in the wake of a flurry of visits by Western leaders to China in recent months.

The Jerusalem Post: Authorities close former Gaza hostage Mia Schem's rape case due to insufficient evidence

The Tel Aviv-based celebrity fitness trainer was released without an indictment after a year-long investigation.

The Straits Times: Have a nose for the news? Take part in ST’s What’s The News? 2026 competition

The Straits Times' current affairs competition for schools is back in 2026. Registration opens from Feb 5 to March 5.

BBC News: Fearing Russia will seize her town, war widow moves husband's grave to Kyiv

Russia's gains on the battlefield have forced Natalia to rebury her husband in Kyiv.

The Jerusalem Post: Trump says Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei 'should be very worried'

"I want peace in the Middle East," Trump said. "If we didn't take out that nuclear, we wouldn't have peace in the Middle East."

The Straits Times: Crocodile seen in waters near Changi Naval Base; second reported sighting after Sentosa

Soldiers from the Republic of Singapore Navy’s ninth flotilla spotted the reptile.

BBC News: Period blood test could offer less invasive alternative to cervical screening

Looking for signs of the cancer in a more convenient way could help women access the test and prevent the disease occurring, researchers say.

The Jerusalem Post: WATCH: 'F*** Israel, F*** Jewish people': Teen charged for kicking door of Michigan Jewish center

The teen is facing a misdemeanor charge of prowling, according to court records. He is not affiliated with the University of Michigan, said Chris Page, spokesperson for the Ann Arbor police.

The Straits Times: Air taxis to be tested for emergency medical response in Singapore

ST Engineering has inked an agreement to expand its maintenance of Xiamen Airlines' engines here.

BBC News: Trump touts 'softer touch' on immigration as federal force is reduced in Minnesota

The US president adopts a conciliatory tone after a deportation drive in Minnesota that has sparked protests.

The Jerusalem Post: 'A cheap Jew': NJ police officer punished for reporting antisemitism, lawsuit says

Officer Christopher Wagner, who has been with the Livingston Police Department since 2005, claims that he was punished after reporting other officers for making antisemitic remarks.

The Straits Times: Parliament passes Bill that paves the way for ERP 2 and stricter mobility scooter rules

24 MPs spoke over two days on the Land Transport and Related Matters Bill.

BBC News: 'We are ready to talk' - US news anchor pleads for return of her abducted mother

"Your children will not rest until we are together again," says the NBC host in her message to 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.

The Jerusalem Post: Hind Rajab Foundation calls on US Justice Dept. to investigate IDF veteran for 'war crimes'

The IDF veteran served as a combat engineer during the Israel-Hamas War and is due to speak at Boston University on Wednesday.

The Straits Times: Jail for man who worked with parquet firm founder to dupe bank into disbursing over $180k

Daniel Chew Bong Tiong had worked with Jason Sim Chon Ang to commit the offence.

BBC News: Saturday Night Live reveals cast for new UK version

Sitcom stars, Taskmaster contestants and familiar panel show faces will appear on the British spin-off.

The Jerusalem Post: Mamdani taps leader of progressive Zionist group to helm Office to Combat Antisemitism

Zohran Mamdani appointed Phylisa Wisdom, head of the New York Jewish Agenda, as executive director of the Mayor’s Office to Combat Antisemitism, drawing mixed reactions from Jewish leaders.

The Straits Times: Singapore to contribute $44 million to IMF grants to help vulnerable countries

The support will take the form of special drawing rights, an IMF-created asset.

BBC News: What's happening and who to look out for as the Winter Olympics begin

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan- Cortina.

The Jerusalem Post: New Epstein Files audio reveals Barak-Epstein conversation on Israel 'immigrant quality'

"I am glad when I was the Chief Rabbi of Moscow, we stopped this crazy initiative," former chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt wrote on X/Twitter following the conversation's release.

The Straits Times: About 9 in 10 retrenched eligible workers received retrenchment benefits: MOM

The MPs also discussed how recent labour market conditions affected Singaporeans who graduated from overseas universities.

BBC News: Bank of England expected to hold interest rates

Interest rates were cut to 3.75% in December and analysts expect at least one further reduction this year.


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